Interim Accounting Manager

We are looking for a knowledgeable and results-driven Interim Accounting Manager to support our finance team within a manufacturing environment. This role is critical in managing month-end close processes, overseeing cost accounting, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. The ideal candidate has solid experience in manufacturing accounting, cost analysis, and ERP systems, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and a track record of driving process improvements. Key Responsibilities: Month-End Close: Lead and execute month-end close processes, ensuring the timely and accurate reporting of financials, including inventory, COGS, and manufacturing overhead. Cost Accounting: Oversee and enhance cost accounting processes, including inventory valuations, standard costing, variance analysis, and labor/material cost analysis. Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements and management reports, providing insights into manufacturing performance, product line profitability, and cost variances. Inventory Management: Ensure accurate and timely inventory reconciliations and cycle counts, and work closely with operations to maintain cost control. Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate on budgeting and forecasting processes, providing input on production costs and efficiency improvement opportunities. Internal Controls & Compliance: Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP and SOX (if applicable). Audit Support: Prepare audit schedules and documentation, supporting both internal and external audit requests. Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements in cost and inventory accounting, leveraging ERP systems (experience with [specific ERP, e.g., SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards] preferred). Qualifications: Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred. Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of accounting experience, with 3 years in a manufacturing environment; prior interim or consulting roles are a plus. Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems, specifically within a manufacturing context (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards), and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, macros, data modeling). Manufacturing Knowledge: Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, including standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.